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Hand-painted Showa-era Daruma figure with bold, expressive visage
This vintage Japanese Daruma doll depicts Bodhidharma wrapped in a vivid red robe, his stern gaze and furrowed brow rendered in thick, confident brushwork. Crafted in fired clay and finished with layered pigments, the figure has a warm, time-softened surface that speaks to its mid-20th-century Showa-era origins.
Traditionally associated with perseverance and good fortune, Daruma (達磨) figures are kept in the home or shop as talismans of determination. This solid, weighty example—with its slightly worn vermilion robes and carefully modeled facial features—offers an authentic wabi-sabi presence, ideal for a tokonoma alcove, Zen-inspired interior, or as a characterful accent in a Japanese folk art collection.
A characterful Showa-era Daruma, richly patinated and ready to bring a touch of Zen resolve to any space.
We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.
All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.